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Talking Tactics: Pulisic's inconsistency is who he is

Christian Pulisic hasn't scored for the USMNT since 2024, but, ultimately, it's his World Cup form that really counts.

United States v Portugal - International Friendly

Why USMNT & Spurs ‘dual job’ wasn’t an option for Pochettino

Brad Friedel has explained to GOAL why Mauricio Pochettino will never have been open to the idea of a “dual job” that saw him coach both Tottenham and the USMNT. Spurs recently found themselves back in the market for a new manager after bringing Igor Tudor’s ill-fated 44-day tenure to a close. Former fan favourite Pochettino saw a return to north London speculated on, but he has World Cup plans to focus on this summer.

Stock Up, Stock Down: Pepi questions grow; Trusty seizes chance

Ricardo Pepi’s role is suddenly unclear, while Auston Trusty headlines a group that took their chance in a telling March window.

WC26 Power Rankings: France flex as England & U.S. falter

There really is nothing like the World Cup. Even just qualifying generates a level of nationwide excitement that the club game simply cannot match, which is why we witnessed truly joyous scenes all across the globe during the March international break, as the final six qualifiers were confirmed for this summer's festival of football in North America.

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World Cup 2026: Full list of qualified teams

GOAL breaks down all the confirmed qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, plus the teams who could soon be on their way.

'Massive lesson' - USMNT get details wrong; Pulisic vents on form

Mauricio Pochettino believes his team is close and another loss will serve as a reminder of how fine margins can be against the world's elite

Pulisic, U.S. overmatched by Portugal as quality gap shows

The U.S. played with more intensity and created a fair number of chances to get something from the game, but they never quite got the final details right on either side of the field

USA vs Portugal: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Friendlies match between USA and Portugal, as well as kick-off time and team news

Infantino has no Plan B for Iran amid World Cup withdrawal threat

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has dismissed the possibility of a replacement team entering the 2026 World Cup, insisting there is "no plan B" if Iran decide to withdraw. Despite escalating geopolitical conflict and direct threats of withdrawal from Iranian officials, the governing body remains committed to the Asian nation’s involvement. Infantino confirmed that discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump have taken place to ensure the squad is welcomed on North American soil this June.

United States Coach Mauricio Pochettino Press Conference After 2026 World Cup Draw

‘Never say never’ - USMNT boss Pochettino leaves Spurs door open

ATLANTA -- Mauricio Pochettino insisted his full focus is on the World Cup with the USMNT but did not rule out a future return to Tottenham after being asked about the club’s managerial vacancy following manager Igor Tudor’s dismissal, adding that “never say never” in football. Pochettino last coached Spurs from 2014-19.

Five keys: Pochettino demands intensity; Gio's role in focus

After a poor performance against Belgium, Mauricio Pochettino is demanding more from his team - and a bigger role for Gio Reyna could be one of the key decisions vs Portugal.

Talking Tactics: USMNT face big questions after Belgium loss

The U.S. broke out a curious system against an elite opponent and were rightfully punished. What is more concerning, though, is how little Mauricio Pochettino learned about his team as a whole.

'Here to prove it' - Cardoso eager to alter USMNT perceptions

Cardoso knows time is running out with the USMNT, but believes he’s now in a better place to show his best.

USMNT World Cup hopeful Musah given next club transfer advice

USMNT World Cup hopeful Yunus Musah has been given transfer advice by Massimo Ambrosini, with the AC Milan legend telling GOAL what the American midfielder needs from his next club. Musah is currently taking in a loan spell at Atalanta, but that move has not played out as planned and the versatile 23-year-old could find himself heading out of San Siro in a different direction over the summer.

Kobe chat & ‘crazy’ transfer: When things got ‘real’ for Adu

Freddy Adu has explained to GOAL when - amid chats with NBA legend Kobe Bryant and completing a “crazy” transfer - things felt “real” for him and as though he had bucked the trend by cracking Europe as an American soccer player. Having burst onto the scene as a 14-year-old wonderkid, Adu helped to pave the way for the likes of Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie to follow in his footsteps.

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Pulisic: "It’s been a tough spell. Sooner or later the ball will bounce off my knee and I’ll score."

The American striker is struggling, and his poor form has continued with the national team as well.

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'Can't happen' - USMNT star Pulisic shocked by 'strange' events

Christian Pulisic has reacted to “strange” goings on in the United States’ international friendly date with Belgium, admitting that scenes that left the USMNT camp shocked “can’t happen”. Mauricio Pochettino’s side suffered a 5-2 defeat at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, with a surprising kit clash that was signed off by the match officials making life difficult for everyone.

Trump, ICE & Iran: Six major concerns ahead of the World Cup

In November, we were treated to the most exhilarating reminder possible of the magic of the World Cup. History was made in Jamaica as Curacao became the smallest nation ever to qualify by holding the Reggae Boys to a 0-0 draw in Kingston. Elsewhere in CONCACAF, Haiti managed to secure a spot at the finals for the first time in 50 years with a 2-0 win over Nicaragua - in spite of the fact that they weren't able to play any games at home because of the ongoing conflict on the Caribbean island.

McKennie shines, Pulisic struggles as Doku tears apart USMNT

Defensive errors and an unplayable Jeremy Doku exposed the USMNT in a heavy loss to Belgium, raising fresh concerns ahead of the World Cup.

USMNT collapse as Belgium run riot in ugly second half

The U.S. created some real positives through the opening 45 minutes, but the second half highlighted plenty of concerns for Mauricio Pochettino's side

United States v Belgium - International Friendly

Belgium 2-5, show of De Ketelaere and Saelemaekers

A fine performance by Belgium against the future hosts of the World Cup.

Belgium v North Macedonia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

De Bruyne expects 'aggressive' USMNT test

As the international calendar shifts toward the final stretch before World Cup rosters are finalised, Belgium find themselves in the United States for a crucial double-header against the USMNT and Mexico. For Kevin De Bruyne, the match offers a chance to reunite with a manager he knows well from internal Premier League battles during Mauricio Pochettino's time at Tottenham and Chelsea.

Lukaku agent seeks Napoli peace

Romelu Lukaku’s relationship with Napoli has reached a critical juncture following his decision to remain in Belgium during the international break. While the club and manager Antonio Conte were left frustrated by his absence from the training ground, new reports suggest a diplomatic effort is underway to repair the damage.

USA vs Belgium: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Friendlies match between USA and Belgium, as well as kick-off time and team news

Unlocking Pulisic and Cardoso among five keys for USMNT vs. Belgium

GOAL breaks down the big storylines to watch on Saturday

Adu explains why Reyna's unique skillset is crucial to USMNT

Freddy Adu has told GOAL why Gio Reyna’s unique skillset could be crucial to the USMNT cause at a home World Cup. The United States is, alongside Mexico and Canada, preparing to play host to FIFA’s flagship event in 2026. Reyna is hoping to play a prominent role at that event but, having endured form and fitness issues at club level, has been informed of what he needs to bring to Mauricio Pochettino’s squad in order to make the cut.

Frequently asked questions

: Apart from the UEFA Champions League final, you cannot buy tickets for Champions League directly through UEFA themselves. Instead, they are sold club-by-club among the teams competing in this year's edition. You must visit the individual club’s website for the fixture you want to attend and buy your seat from there. Capacity is always limited for these Champions League knockout matches and demand often exceeds available allocation.
: In addition, fans can purchase seats on the secondary market. StubHub is one of the leading retailers for those seeking to buy tickets through alternative channels. StubHub is a legitimate merchant in the ticket resale marketplace and a safe place for fans to buy tickets. StubHub's website guarantees that you will get tickets in time for the event you are attending and a valid ticket for entry.
: The Allianz Arena in Munich (known as the Munich Football Arena for UEFA competition purposes) is staging this year’s Champions League Final on Saturday, May 31 at 8 pm (GMT). It was opened in 2005 and has a 70,000 seating capacity for international matches and 75,000 for domestic matches. It is the second-largest stadium in Germany behind the Westfalenstadion in Dortmund.

As well as being the home of Germany’s Bundesliga giants, Bayern Munich, the Munich venue hosted a number of games during the 2006 FIFA World Cup and last year’s Euro 2024 Finals. The one and only previous UEFA Champions League Final to be played at the Allianz Arena was the 2012 Final between Chelsea and Bayern Munich. Despite having a strong home backing, Bayern failed to land the prize as Chelsea led by Roberto Di Matteo would come out on top after a nailbiting penalty shootout.

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